Dovetree School
Dovetree School is an independent special school in Hinckley for pupils aged 8 to 18. It has 50 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Dovetree School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
Ofsted inspection: March 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 8-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Ferness Road Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 0TB |
| Phone | 01455243918 |
| Reference Number | 146360 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 50 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 78%
Girls: 22% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Dovetree School, an independent special school registered for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, successfully meets all independent school standards assessed during this emergency inspection. The focus of the inspection was primarily on safeguarding and pupil welfare, in response to concerns raised by the Department for Education. The inspection confirmed that the school has established a strong culture of safeguarding and prioritizes the safety and well-being of its pupils. Staff are well trained, proactive in monitoring pupil behavior, and responsive to their emotional needs, which contributes to a supportive learning environment.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Jan 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 13 Dec 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 25 Jun 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Nov 2018 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong safeguarding culture prioritizing pupil welfare.
- Well-trained staff who understand safeguarding responsibilities.
- Effective behavior management aligned with individual needs.
- Proactive strategies in place to support emotional regulation.
- Detailed records maintained for behavior incidents, facilitating improvement.
In 2025–26, 4.0% of pupils at Dovetree School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 96.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Dovetree School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Dovetree School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
When was Dovetree School last inspected by Ofsted?
Dovetree School was last inspected in March 2025.
How many pupils does Dovetree School have?
Dovetree School has 50 pupils on roll.
What age range does Dovetree School cover?
Dovetree School for pupils aged 8 to 18.
Where is Dovetree School?
Dovetree School is at Ferness Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 0TB.